Supporting the Sandwell Carers Week Event
Bridgit were really pleased to support the Sandwell Carers Week event at Sandwell Valley Visitor Centre. The event was hosted by Forward Carers as part of Building Carer Friendly Communities Week ’26.
The day focused on recognising the incredible contribution of unpaid carers across Sandwell. It also helped people connect with local support in a warm and welcoming space.
Most importantly, it created time for real conversations. That matters because many carers need support that feels clear, local and easy to access.
A welcoming space for carers in Sandwell
The Sandwell Carers Week event brought unpaid carers, families, community organisations, statutory services and local partners together.
With more than 40 information stands, wellbeing activities and entertainment, the event made support easier to explore.
Carers could ask questions. They could meet local services. They could also find out what help is available nearby.
This matters because support can feel hard to find. So, bringing services together in one place can make a real difference.
It also helps reduce the pressure on carers to search alone. Instead, they can have conversations, take away useful information and feel more confident about what to do next.
How Bridgit supported the day
Max proudly represented Team Bridgit.
He spoke directly with carers, support organisations and professionals about how digital tools can make support easier to find and access.
He also talked about how Bridgit can help identify carers’ needs, connect people to local services and provide practical wellbeing support when it is needed most.
During the day, conversations focused on:
- Helping carers find support more easily
- Understanding what carers are struggling with now
- Connecting people to local services
- Providing practical wellbeing support
- Shaping digital tools around real carer experiences
Most importantly, Max had the chance to listen.
“Carers shared the challenges they are facing, the kind of support they need, and what would make it easier for them to get help. These conversations are so valuable and will help us keep shaping the platform around real experiences and local needs.”
Max, Project Manager
That listening matters. Because the best support is built around what carers actually experience, not what services assume they need.
